RBI need not worry about the interest rate differential as the real policy rate in India is around (-)1.50% while that in the US is (-)5.3%. Read more »
As resolutions under IBC 2016 and the SARFAESI Act 2002 involve major haircuts, banks and the RBI may look at tighter NPA guidelines. Read more »
UNESCO tag reconfirms the rich cultural heritage of the festival, but Durga Puja artisans who create the grand spectacle face dismal economic, employment conditions. Read more »
India’s efforts to scale up investment in nurturing human capital and capabilities are far from satisfactory. Read more »
Solar energy is more suited for India than wind and other forms of clean energy as most parts of the country receive 4-7 kWh per sq m energy per day. Read more »
UPI vs SWIFT: India has an onerous task at hand as it looks to push the homegrown UPI as an alternative to SWIFT, dominated by western countries. Read more »
The emerging accounting and auditing ecosystem powered by blockchains will deliver safe data as well as trustworthy analysis and insights. Read more »
India’s ambitious mitigation plan will require climate technology transfer from the US which is a leader in both investment and innovation. Read more »
The announcement of the national logistics policy is a timely step, but it needs to be accompanied by efforts to improve the country’s rail, air, road and water transport networks. Read more »
The Federal Reserve has already raised its benchmark interest rate by two-and-a-half percentage points since March without making much of an impact on prices. Read more »